I go by the philosophy of "if it suits your needs, why upgrade?" The economy sucks right now. If the computer does what they want it to, in a manner that they are willing to accept (speed wise) then why spend the money?
If you are so adamant about them getting a better computer, buy one for them and give it to them as a gift.
If you are so adamant about them getting a better computer, buy one for them and give it to them as a gift.